Individual Retirement Accounts

What Retirement Accounts Should I Withdraw From First?

It’s finally time to start using the money you managed to save and invest over the years. But be careful: Taxes are just one of the tricky parts.

By Brian J. OConnor

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How Donald Trump’s Presidency Could Impact Retirement Rules

Readers had questions about individual retirement accounts, distributions and access to brokerage accounts if they moved away from the U.S. Here are some answers.

By Ron Lieber

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Why States Are Offering Workers at Private Companies Access to I.R.A.s

With the plans, workers are automatically enrolled and contribute through payroll deductions. The goal is to help more Americans save for retirement.

By Ann Carrns

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The $25 Trillion System of Retirement Savings Needs Fixing

Fifty years after Congress passed a landmark retirement law, 401(k) and I.R.A. accounts enrich mostly higher-income households. Here are five ways they can be improved.

By Mark Miller